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04Aug2017

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MTV announced that London has been chosen to host the 24th annual MTV EMAs in 2017. Celebrating the year’s music highlights and featuring the world’s biggest artists, the MTV EMAS 2017 is confirmed to broadcast across MTV’s TV, social and digital platforms live from The SSE Arena, Wembley on Sunday 12th November.

“London is arguably the world’s musical epicentre and it’s both a huge privilege and opportunity to bring the MTV EMAS 2017 to the UK’s capital city,” commented David Lynn, CEO of MTV’s international parent company, Viacom International Media Networks. “Wherever the EMAs lands it creates excitement and anticipation – with London as the backdrop that buzz will be amplified tenfold and I personally can’t wait for this year’s dazzling event which promises to be the best ever.”

Bruce Gillmer, who executive produces the MTV EMAs and is Executive Vice President, Talent & Music, MTV International, added: “The MTV EMAs are one of the biggest and most unforgettable nights in music globally. We anticipate this year’s event in London will be even bigger and louder than ever before. The city’s incredible musical heritage along with the local fan's robust energy will undoubtedly make this one killer show."

John Drury, VP & General Manager of The SSE Arena, Wembley said:

“Everyone at the venue and the wider AEG team are delighted that London's first EMAs in 21 years will be at The SSE Arena Wembley. It's fitting that the world's leading music brand will be working with one of the world's most iconic venues. Wembley's intimate atmosphere will no doubt help to create more special EMA moments and we can’t wait to welcome them here.”

First held in London in 1996, this will be the 6th time that the UK has hosted the awards show with previous host cities including Edinburgh (2003), Liverpool (2008), Belfast (2011) and Glasgow (2014).

Fans can stay up-to-date with all things EMAs by following the show on Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter and Facebook and follow the social conversation using #MTVEMA.

“One of the world’s biggest bands… Arcade Fire know how to throw a party” – The Guardian

“Arcade Fire lit up East London… with a powerful, mesmerising set of songs old and new as they continued to rule the world on their Infinite Content tour…. a truly special show.” – London Evening Standard

“Utterly electrifying… their stirring shows, from basement clubs to the top of festival bills, are often akin to a spiritual experience.” – The Independent

“A magical live band...” – Q Magazine

Following an acclaimed run of shows across the UK and Europe this summer, Arcade Fire have announced a headline tour for Spring 2018, which will see “one of the most popular and essential bands of the century” (NME) play dates in Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow, as well as two dates at London’s The SSE Arena, Wembley, kicking off in Dublin on 6th April 2018.

The live show will feature songs from the band’s forthcoming album ‘Everything Now’, due out on 28th July, featuring the title track as well as the likes of Creature Comfort and Signs of Life

Welcome to The SSE Arena, Wembley

Hello Wembley! Globally renowned, The SSE Arena, Wembley is London’s iconic concert and events venue, part of a winning partnership with SSE and Wembley Park.

Situated next to Wembley Stadium and located in the heart of Wembley Park. We are served with excellent transport links with London Tube, over-ground trains and buses.

The venue features state of the art facilities. We have a number of bars and food outlets, excellent car park facilities as well as top class hotels on our doorstep.

All of this adds up to make The SSE Arena, Wembley one of the premier entertainment destinations in the UK.

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